Lagos: In Nigeria, a silent and rapidly escalating crisis-Gaming and Gambling Addiction-is overwhelmingly affecting public health and social well-being, particularly among the youth. Physical ailments like hypertension, diabetes, and cancer often overshadow public health discussions, but mental and social well-being are emerging as critical, often-overlooked drivers of risky behaviors such as problem gaming and gambling. […]

Abuja: The National Pension Commission (PenCom) is set to collaborate with the Office of the Head of the Civil Service of the Federation (OHCSF) to introduce gratuity for civil servants in treasury-funded Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). The announcement was made in a statement issued by PenCom, detailing the […]

Abuja: The Redeemer’s University, located in Ede, Osun, distributed essential items including foodstuffs, clothing, and other goods to underprivileged residents of the local community. According to News Agency of Nigeria, the initiative, named ‘Love Show Case’, was a key component of the university’s 20th-anniversary celebrations. During the event, the Vice-Chancellor of the university, Prof. Shadrach […]

Amsterdam: The Dutch government has unveiled new guidelines to limit the use of smartphones and social media among children. The guidelines, introduced by State Secretary for Youth, Prevention and Sport, Vincent Karremans, aim to promote healthy and responsible screen usage by recommending that children under 15 avoid social media platforms like TikTok and Instagram. According […]

Abuja: A former member of the House of Representatives, Chief Sam Onuigbo, says the harmonious working relationship among the three arms of government was good for the consolidation of the nation’s democracy. Onuigbo, who represented Ikwuano/Umuahia North and South Federal Constituency in the 8th and 9th Assembly, said this during an interview with the News […]